On February 17th, the East Bay Times reported on Vice Mayor Annie Campbell-Washington’s proposal to dedicate funding to a rapid response network for “families facing the immediate threat of separation due to deportation,” which was endorsed unanimously by the Oakland City Council. In addition to $150,000 for this fiscal year and $150,000 more for next […]

On February 16th, the Point Reyes Light reported on information sessions convened by West Marin Community Services, a committee comprised of activists and lawyers formed to combat uncertainty and promote constitutional rights in West Marin. “We see the collaborative as setting the record straight,” said Maria Niggle, who leads the committee meetings. “On a personal note, […]

On December 6th, The San Francisco Foundation hosted a Donor Peer Learning Session at our office titled “2016 Election: Where Do We Go From Here?” At the session, donors heard from multiple experts on the current state of affairs in California and the nation since the recent election and then got a chance to share […]

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Across the Bay Area there is a collective sense that the accelerating economy is not benefiting all residents. Many people are feeling vulnerable about their housing, their community, and their future. The fact is we are in the midst of an unprecedented housing crisis. The way that we deal with this crisis will have repercussions […]

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Editorial Note: Thank you to Jacqueline Martinez Garcel, CEO, Latino Community Foundation for this piece on the importance of the Latino vote. There are 89 days before Americans elect the 45th Commander-in-Chief. The thought of this day may bring feelings of excitement, fear, frustration or hope. But there is one feeling we cannot afford to have: apathy. Civic […]